Bacteria, a gut’s best friend
Bacteria don't deserve to only have a bad reputation. Most are harmless. Less than 1 % cause illness and disease. And trillions of other bacteria on your skin, and inside your lungs and gut (intestines, stomach and mouth) are actually important for good health. Gut...
Aerobic vs resistance training for weight loss
Best exercise for weight loss It’s essential to combine exercise with a healthy diet if you want to lose weight. But what type of exercise is best? Aerobic and Resistance training For many people exercise means activities such as walking, jogging, cycling or...
Vaccination reduces your risk of flu
FLU IS HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS Influenza is a highly contagious respiratory infection. Last year it hit Australia hard with more than 68,000 laboratory confirmed cases and experts warn we could experience another bad season this year. It doesn’t matter how fit or healthy...
Preventing perinatal depression
Depression can happen at any stage of life. However, it's more likely during pregnancy and the first year of motherhood. Fortunately, you can help reduce the risk of this type of depression through self-help measures or, where relevant, treatment. Definitions,...